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Yohani’s debut album ‘Kella’ accepted for Grammy consideration

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1 year ago

October 16, 2024

South Asian pop sensation, Yohani yesterday announced that her debut album “Kella” consisting 14 tracks composed entirely by herself has been accepted for consideration in the Best Global Music Album Category at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards.

“This one is for Sri Lanka, for our stories, our sounds, and for everyone who believed in the dream of taking Sri Lankan music from home to the world,” Yohani de Silva shared via a post on her Instagram yesterday.

The singer added that she was beyond grateful to share that her debut album, Kella, has been officially submitted for consideration in the Best Global Music Album category at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards.

“This moment feels like a celebration not just for me, but for every artist and dreamer from my island who dares to believe in something bigger than ourselves. Kella was created with love, rooted in our traditions, and infused with the modern sounds of the world. Every beat, every lyric is a reflection of my home and heart,” she elaborated.

She also went on to thank all of her incredible collaborators:

Label: Outright Play; Creative Producer: Dilanjan Seneviratne; Publicist: Dilshan Senaratne; Music Producers: Pasan Liyanage, Shenal Maddumage, Hibshi, Lahiru Perera, Wayanaka;

Lyricists: Dilanjan Seneviratne, Asiri Perera, Yohani; Creative Team: WYLD Global. The singer also extended a special thanks to Aditya Veera for guidance.

“To everyone who has listened, supported, and believed in me, this moment is for you. Let’s continue this journey together, taking Sri Lankan music to places it’s never been before. Kella is not just an album – it’s a piece of my heart. Thank you for letting it beat around the world,” she noted. – (Daily FT)

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Sri Lankan Sprinters Crowned South Asia’s Fastest Man And Woman

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2 weeks ago

October 26, 2025

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Sri Lanka has produced South Asia’s fastest man and woman for the first time in years, following stunning victories at the 2025 South Asian Senior Athletics Championships held in Ranchi, India.

Chamod Yodhasinghe sprinted to gold in the men’s 100 metres event, setting a new championship record with an impressive time of 10.3 seconds. Yodhasinghe, who also won the same event at the 103rd National Athletics Championships earlier this year, represented the Sri Lanka Army at the regional meet.

Meanwhile, Safia Yameek clinched gold in the women’s 100 metres, clocking 11.53 seconds — another record-breaking performance for Sri Lanka.

With both Yodhasinghe and Yameek taking the top spots in their respective events, Sri Lanka now holds the titles of South Asia’s fastest man and fastest woman, marking a proud moment for the nation’s athletics history.

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Yevan David Makes History as Sri Lanka’s First Rookie Champion in Euro Formula Open

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3 weeks ago

October 20, 2025

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Sri Lanka’s rising racing star, Yevan David, has made history by securing the Rookie Championship title in the 2025 Euro Formula Open Championship. Competing in the final leg of the season at the legendary Monza circuit, Yevan showcased remarkable skill and determination, finishing second in Round 2 of the Monza stage and confirming his overall second-place finish in the championship standings.

The Monza stage, consisting of three rounds with today’s race being the decisive final, saw Yevan narrowly miss out on victory by just one thousandth of a second in an epic battle with Poland’s Dymek Kicharczck, who secured the championship title regardless of the outcome of the final race.